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I have a debridement and a washout and exploration to the tendon of my pinky and today i remove the stiches and the wound reopen what shude i do?

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Dr. Byron Diggs answered

Surgical site opens : Best to see the physician who performed the procedure. And, unless instructed, best to let the person ( or colleague)who performed the procedure , remove the sutures.In the meantime keep the site clean and try to be seen asap . Good luck.

Answered 6/5/2013

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Dr. Scott Bolhack answered

Specializes in Wound care

Open surgical wound: You need to return to the surgeon that did the procedure as soon as possible. You need a clear plan on the care of the wound so that all of your questions are answered.

Answered 12/17/2012

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A member asked:

I have a debridement and a washout and exploration to the tendon of my pinky and today i remove the stiches and the wound reopen what shude i do?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Byron Diggs answered

Dr. Scott Bolhack answered

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